Voting now open for the Young Volunteer of the Year Award

Young volunteers are our lifesaving future.

Volunteering is a big commitment, especially for those starting their careers, starting a family, or studying.

That’s why each year we hold the Coastguard Supporter Young Volunteer of the Year Award, to recognise our extraordinary young volunteers and to give them the opportunity of a lifetime at Outward Bound – an outdoor challenge and adventure, showing people their full potential.

Warwick Bayne from Coastguard Wellington was last year’s winner. He went on a 21-day Outward Bound course to further develop his skills and leadership.

“It’s pretty humbling to be recognised,” he said. “It’s a great opportunity to be able to go to Outward Bound, and it’s awesome that Coastguard supporters have given me the chance to go.”